DP slot for political survival

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) “Linda Ground” wing, are using the Deputy President slot to negotiate political survival and influence within President William Ruto’s broad-based government...

✨ Key Highlights

Leaders aligned with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are reportedly using the pursuit of the Deputy President slot as a strategy to secure political survival and influence within President William Ruto's government.

The push for the DP position is primarily a negotiating tactic focused on securing electoral zoning arrangements in key regions, rather than the office itself.
Key individuals like Advocate Joshua Kiptoo suggest this is aimed at guaranteeing traditional ODM strongholds remain uncontested by the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
President Ruto faces a delicate balancing act, needing to maintain support from regions like Central Kenya while accommodating potential coalition partners, including ODM.

Continue Reading

Read the complete article from Standard Politics

📰 Read Full Article

Related News

Eldoret residents urge President Ruto to ensure impartial fuel scandal probe

Video

New

Eldoret residents urge President Ruto to ensure impartial fuel scandal probe

Kalenjin and Luo council of elders agree to rally their communities behind Ruto’s re-election bid

Citizen TV (Youtube)

1h ago

top16h ago

Kindiki tells Mt. Kenya to back Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged the Mount Kenya region to support President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, while also vowing to counter political influence from his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua.

KBC Top Stories

📰 Read Full Story

top18h ago

Kindiki: Ruto Re-election Key to Mt Kenya’s 2032 Presidency Push

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged residents of Mt. Kenya to support President Ruto's re-election in 2027 as a strategic move towards securing a presidential bid for the region in 2032.

Capital News

📰 Read Full Story

23h ago

In photos: HoPS Koskei, CS Chirchir condole with KPA boss Ruto

Kenya's Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei and Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir led high-ranking officials in consoling with the family of Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director, Capt. William Ruto, following a tragic road accident.

KBC County News

📰 Read Full Story